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In this episode, we sit down with Michael Block — past Inc. Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year — who shares how he went from making eyeglasses to building and selling multiple businesses to private equity, venture capital, and public companies. Michael opens up about grit, daily habits, and why AI is about to change the entrepreneurial game forever.
Plus, we turn up the energy with our new Shrimp Tank Game Show—students, professors, and guests go head-to-head in rapid-fire questions about business legends, startup history, and billion-dollar deals. Think Jeopardy meets Shark Tank (with more shrimp).
Whether you’re a student, an aspiring founder, or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and the hard truths about what it really takes to succeed in business.